Name: White Easy Bean Chicken Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium white or yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8 ounces canned diced green chilies (with liquid); 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen); 2 cups low sodium chicken broth (add more if needed); 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish); Tortilla chips (for serving)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium white or yellow onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

8 ounces canned diced green chilis (with liquid)

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 cans (15 ounces each) great northern beans, drained and rinsed

2 cups low sodium chicken broth (add more if needed)

1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)

2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked breast)

1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional for creaminess)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, and additional lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 7–8 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

Step 2: Add minced garlic and diced green chilis, and cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently to combine flavors.

Step 3: Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the onions and chilis with the spices.

Step 4: Add the white beans, chicken broth, and corn. Start with 2 cups of broth and add more if needed to achieve your desired consistency. Let the chili simmer for a few minutes to blend flavors.

Step 5: Scoop out 1 to 1 1/2 cups of the chili mixture and blend it until smooth. This step is optional but will create a thick, creamy texture.

Step 6: Return the blended mixture to the pot and stir in shredded chicken and Greek yogurt if using. Simmer over low heat for 10–15 minutes until heated through.

Step 7: Stir in fresh lime juice. Serve hot topped with fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, and extra lime wedges.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free chili, omit the Greek yogurt; blending some of the chili will keep it creamy.

To make a vegan version, leave out the chicken and Greek yogurt and add an extra can of white beans for thickness.

Use shredded rotisserie chicken for added flavor and convenience.

Adjust the broth amount to control chili thickness; it’s easier to thin than to thicken.

FAQs

Can I use different types of beans for this chili?

Yes, any white beans like cannellini or navy beans can substitute great northern beans with similar results.

Is this chili spicy?

This chili is mild due to the use of green chilis and warming spices like cumin and paprika rather than chili powder. You can add jalapeños or hot sauce if you prefer more heat.